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He is the Vaudeville Jester Trickster God, here to please the court... if you deserve it. This handy harlequin can be found flying high on the trapeze, building scenery backstage, or bearing all at burlesque shows around the metro. He co-hosts Taste Test Improv Burlesque and is a member of the Naughty Nerds burlesque troupe. If you want your show to dazzle and delight, you want Luci in your court.
A little bit cute and a little bit kinky. She’ll either be the wind in your sails, or the maelstrom that destroys you. This fearsome red-headed temptress co-produces the quarterly-ish Taste Test Improv Burlesque show and performs aerial with Cirque Wonderland, and will dazzle and enrapture you no matter where she is. The calm before the storm. Will she lead you to temptation or throw you overboard?
Miserable Cast
Miserable Cast
Morgana Moon has turned a lifelong love of music and performance into a mission to build community through creativity. As the founder and producer of Rhythm & Pep in Des Moines, she brings together artists and audiences alike, curating shows that celebrate individuality, joy, and connection through the power of live performance.
In addition to her work with Rhythm & Pep, Morgana is the lead singer of Morgana Moon & the Dang Saints. She also lends her creative energy behind the scenes as the Assistant Director for Midwest Mindflip, a Rocky Horror Picture Show shadowcast production, helping keep the cult classic’s spirit alive on stage.
A proud advocate for body positivity and inclusivity, Morgana models locally for Harlow + James, a plus-size boutique that champions confidence and self-expression.
Whether performing, producing, or uplifting others, Morgana strives to bring authenticity, joy, and a touch of magic to everything she does.
Born from the glittering ashes of southern charm and Midwest resilience, Effie Vescence is the “champagne of people” — bubbly, bold, and just a little dangerous. With big curly hair, a voice made for torch songs, and a sparkle in her eye that says she’s seen some things, Effie blends celestial glamour with burlesque tease, all wrapped in a country twang. A proud lesbian powerhouse with a heart full of glitter and rebellion, she’s here to give you a show that’s sultry, starry, and soaked in authenticity.
Moonbow Bloom is a dynamic queer burlesque artist known for their emotionally rich, story-driven performances that blend neo-burlesque artistry with humor and heartfelt originality. Since debuting in 2022 after training at Flashforce University in Des Moines, they’ve become a distinctive presence across the city’s burlesque stages — from The Garden and xBk to Five Monkeys and intimate bookstore shows. Recognized for their handcrafted costumes, inventive choreography, and narrative depth, Moonbow brings a multidisciplinary artist’s touch to every act. They are currently co-producing their first full-length production, “Oz After Dark” (Dec 3, 2025), and continue to perform selectively throughout the year, creating intentional, artful moments of vulnerability and queer joy.
Bonnie Renee is an aerial artist whose performances blend emotional storytelling with striking physicality. Known for her fluid movement, expressive transitions, and grounded stage presence, she brings a sense of both vulnerability and power to the air. Bonnie has trained across multiple circus disciplines and currently coaches at Cirque Wonderland, where she helps students develop technique, confidence, and creative expression. Her work celebrates the balance between artistry and athleticism, inviting audiences to feel as much as they see.
Since meeting in burlesque class, Ginny Tonic and Magenta Moxie have produced a dizzying and daring collection of neoburlesque and nerdlesque acts that tell surprisingly sexy stories. Each one a costume queen and successful soloist, some twisted magic happens when they share the stage. Finally dubbing themselves Rhinestone Dyad, when they started producing their own shows in 2024, this latest act takes them almost full circle to their first duet.
After graduating for FlashForce University in December 2024 this has been chaos in motion.
when most people hit a wall in life they stumble and fall.. not this trouble making beauty.. she picked up the pieces and is making up her rules as she goes along..
come along for the adventure of a lifetime as she entices you to join her cause of living life to the fullest with no regrets while embracing your curves and flaws and having a blast along the way.. so come get ready to ooh and ahh and cause a little AnnRKey
Morticia Midwest has been charming the living (and the dead) on stage since her graduation from FlashForce University in 2022. She puts the O in “Ope!” with her combination of classic burlesque with a flair for the macabre that will have you…dying for more. She does it all in the burlesque community with style and a little bit of spook - performing classic, neo, and chanteuse, producing shows like the Panic! at the burlesque show and other pop up themed shows, photographing live shows and styled shoots, teaching marketing and personal branding classes, and graphic design for shows and performers alike.
She is the sweet & spicy ghoul next door. Serving up a hot dish from hell, she’s just as likely to give you a bouquet of headless roses as she is to introduce you to her man-eating plant. Her looks might kill, but she’ll dance on your grave and bring you back from the dead.Those aren’t butterflies in your stomach, they definitely bats.
Meet the AcroCats, Des Moines' most delightful band of upside-down weirdos. Known for their signature mix of silly antics, infectious laughter, and awe inspiring acro, the AcroCats have been tumbling together for 3 years and are always ready to pounce on a new challenge.
Your favorite pint-sized punk is set to strut! Atlas Diamond is a drag king by day and a boylesque brat by night. As former Pride royalty and a member of the legendary Haus of Diamond, Atlas has proven that while he is rebellious by nature, their blood runs regal. With his loud, alternative style and even louder moments on the mic as an emcee, Atlas Diamond is here to stay whether you like it or not.
Miserable Crew
Miserable Crew
Cherry Spitfire didn’t waste any time bringing the heat to the heart of Iowa. This feisty flame
erupted onto the scene in 2016 and now brings her signature brand of HOT to Cabaret
Luster—Des Moines’ only classic-inspired burlesque troupe. With a giggle and a wink, she’s
been burning down stages across the Midwest.
Looking for a memorable Cherry Pop? Look no further. This fiery queen will serve you dessert
before dinner—and still leave you hungry for more. Here to prove not everything in Iowa is flat,
she’s a delicious blend of sweet tease and sultry charm—equal parts sparkle and seduction. But
be warned—this Spitfire will consume your soul and leave you begging for another taste. Sweet,
unique, and ready to bring the heat... she is Cherry Spitfire!
A marauder in the water but a babe on stage. Fresh in port, Malcom McKeel is making waves as he sets sail for the stages of the midwest after graduating from Flash Force University in the spring of 2023 and completed grad school in 2025. Born under the Jolly Roger and raised amidst the salty air of the Seven Seas, Malcom's journey to the stage began on the rugged decks of a pirate ship. Known for his charismatic charm and fearless attitude, McKeel quickly rose through the ranks, earning a reputation as a dashing and daring pirate with a penchant for theatrics. This roguish jack of all trades meets your dark fantasies and he grimes up good. He’ll shiver your timbers and you’ll want to walk his plank, but remember who is in charge or you may get Keel-hauled. He is the Midwest Marauder: Malcom McKeel
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